Are you prepared for romance? If your sweetheart came home today and said he or she received a promotion, would you be able to celebrate on the spot?

I used to keep a bottle of champagne chilling in the fridge (until we invited a homeless recovering alcoholic to live with us). I never knew when there might be some immediate need for a little sparkly to celebrate with Athena. Now sparkling cider works just as well. I also try to keep some cookies, chocolates or "treats" on hand should there be need for an instant living room picnic.

Along with having the drinks and snacks on the blanket, I can light a few candles in the living room, put on a mood setting CD and presto, we have an instant romantic setting.

It doesnt hurt to have some chocolate kisses, confetti, balloons and some blank cards on hand.

Be prepared for romance in this way not only allows and encourages you to celebrate any and every occasion that you have no way of planning for, its a great way to celebrate the occasions that might have slipped your mind (like a birthday or anniversary).